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Google Assistant's clever ways to help smart homes go green
Tue, 23rd Apr 2019
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smart home
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google assistant
Google's Assistant aims to lower your smart home’s carbon footprint with voice commands, helping you save on energy and water during Earth Day and beyond.
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Breakthrough research to revolutionise internet communication
Tue, 23rd Apr 2019
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uc
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university of otago
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volution
University of Otago scientists develop a device promising to revolutionise internet communication, creating faster, more energy-efficient data transfer.
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The world loves smart speakers - and China leads the way
Tue, 23rd Apr 2019
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smart home
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digital entertainment
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healthtech
People across the world love their smart speakers – and we have AI assistants like Amazon Alexa to thank for the revolution.
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Hands-on review: The Fitbit Versa Lite
Mon, 22nd Apr 2019
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gaming
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wearables
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reviews
At first glance, the Versa and the Versa Lite look exactly the same. For someone who is not a Versa user, the two can be easily mistaken.
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Farmers looking for data to help change bad habits
Fri, 19th Apr 2019
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
It is no secret that agriculture is a massive cause of environmental issues in NZ. Farmers say they are willing to change, if they get the right data.
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Six Easter eggs built into the Google search engine
Thu, 18th Apr 2019
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gaming
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martech
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digital entertainment
Here’s a roundup of some of the best Easter eggs from Google Search even the sharpest among us may not have discovered yet.
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Hands-on review: The ruggedly tough CAT S61 smartphone
Thu, 18th Apr 2019
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smartphones
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gaming
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reviews
The driveway beckoned me, so I dropped the phone several times.  Back in the study, close examination has failed to reveal a single scratch.
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This Iron Man drone wants you to fly like a superhero
Thu, 18th Apr 2019
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drones
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smart home
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movies
RYZE Tech teams up with Marvel and Disney to release Tello Iron Man, a superhero-inspired drone that comes with an HD FPV camera and intelligent flight modes.
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HP back on board with Emirates Team NZ
Wed, 17th Apr 2019
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software development
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hp
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printing
HP New Zealand renews its partnership with Emirates Team New Zealand for the 36th America's Cup, bringing advanced technology and innovation to the design team.
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Do you use the Peel Smart Remote app? Delete or update it now
Wed, 17th Apr 2019
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smartphones
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smart home
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breach prevention
Security firm Pradeo Lab urges users to update or delete Peel Smart Remote, which could be leaking personal photos and information to unknown servers.
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How printing solutions can help save the planet
Wed, 17th Apr 2019
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printing
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y soft
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green tech
Y Soft has identified five key ways organisations can become more economical and reduce their environmental impact.
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Information is power when choosing electricity plans
Wed, 17th Apr 2019
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datacentre infrastructure
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smart home
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power / energy
Kiwis are keen to switch electricity providers to save money, but many lack crucial knowledge about their current usage and kilowatt hour prices.
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A quick look at Haier & LG's take on the smart home revolution
Wed, 17th Apr 2019
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smart home
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haier
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technology gifts
Haier is going all-in on the smart home revolution – and it believes your home should be smart all the way from the laundry to the bedroom.
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Hands-on review: ASUS Mini PC PB60G
Wed, 17th Apr 2019
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gaming
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digital entertainment
ASUS’ new Mini PC PB60G defies its size, delivering a powerhouse performance for office and professional environments, priced from USD $1,999.
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An 8K TV for $80,000? Samsung has you covered
Tue, 16th Apr 2019
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digital signage
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smart home
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digital entertainment
Samsung's 8K TVs debut in New Zealand with prices reaching NZD $80,000 for a 98-inch Q900 QLED. Smaller models start at NZD $11,000.
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Scammers targeting more countries in sextortion scam - ESET
Tue, 16th Apr 2019
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email security
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cybersecurity
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scams
The attacker in the email claims they have hacked the intended victim's device, and have recorded the person while watching pornographic content.
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Inland Revenue to shut down services later this week
Tue, 16th Apr 2019
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uc
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ird
Inland Revenue's tax system will be closed for a week as it implements major changes, including automatic tax refunds and real-time operations.
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Princeton study wants to know if you have a smart home - or a spy home
Tue, 16th Apr 2019
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ddos
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smart home
Princeton University researchers are examining if your smart home devices are safe or spying on you, offering a tool to measure privacy and security risks.
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Hands-on review: Fitbit Inspire HR - A beginner's gateway into fitness trackers
Mon, 15th Apr 2019
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gaming
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reviews
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smart home
Fitbit's Inspire HR debuts – the ideal entry-level tracker for fitness newbies at $189.95, with stylish design.
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The ethics of AI: From driverless cars to robo-baristas
Mon, 15th Apr 2019
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ai
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hpe
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opinion
The development of AI technology comes with inherent biases that translate into the systems we use, risking potential issues in everyday life.